Workers' Comp
10 reasons to include a pharmacy nurse in your workers’ compensation program
June 4, 2019
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What is a pharmacy nurse?
Pharmacy nurses are specially trained case managers who focus on at-risk claims due to emerging and complex pharmacy utilization, and communicate with prescribing physicians, injured workers, and claims handlers to positively impact drug utilization. By using a wider lens to manage all aspects of the claim, these nurses:
- Ensure patient engagement, safety, and education
- Confirm pharmacy utilization is medically appropriate and supports a timely recovery
- Enable timely medical stability and return-to-work
- Consult with case managers when complex pharmacy issues are identified on open claims
- Provide consultation to claims handlers on pharmacy questions and issues
- Review monthly pharmacy trend reports
- Collaborate with clinical pharmacists on alternative medications
- Utilize drug utilization assessment (DUA) to assist in provider discussions
Download the 10 reasons to include this powerful resource in any pharmacy program.